HG Awareness Month 2024: HG Hope

From our exciting new research finding GDF15 is the cause of HG, new HG clinics offering specialty care, and our many clinical resources, we believe the future for those with HG will be different. So, our theme for HG Awareness Month is HOPE. 

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From HG Loss To HG Discovery

Dr. Fejzo and MacGibbon’s historical timeline that sets the stage for testing novel treatments for Nausea and Vomiting during Pregnancy (NVP) and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). 1988 – Brown University While…

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doula helping mom

The Vital Role of Doulas in Managing Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)

Honoring World Doula Day on March 22! Every pregnancy journey is unique, with its own set of joys, challenges, and triumphs. However, for some expectant mothers, the experience can be…

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Kimber and Dr. Aimee at CREOG/ APGO

At CREOG/APGO, Sharing Knowledge and Resources

Our team recently had the opportunity to attend the CREOG/APGO conference. We aimed to raise awareness and share valuable insights about Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) with obstetricians (OBs), residents, program directors,…

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Dr. Marlena Fejzo was named one of TIME Women of the Year

TIME named Dr. Marlena Fejzo to its annual TIME Women of the Year list, recognizing extraordinary leaders fighting for a more equal world. Read more about Dr. Fejzo’s journey: “HER…

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today show with dr fejzo, aijia grammar, and maria shriver

Today Show Segment feat. Dr. Fejzo, Aijia Grammer, & Maria Shriver

Dr. Marlena Fejzo and a member of our ambassador council, Aijia Grammer, were interviewed by Maria Shriver on the Today Show about hyperemesis gravidarum. HG Survivors unite for awareness, change,…

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HER Foundation in National Geographic

National Geographic mentioned the HER Foundation and its board members, Kimber MacGibbon, RN, Dr. Marlena Fejzo, and Dr. Aimee Brecht-Doscher, in their article, “We finally know the cause of severe…

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Navigating Parenting with HG

Parenthood transforms with joy, challenges, and unexpected twists. When HG enters the picture, it adds an extra complexity for both moms and their partners. Coping with severe nausea and vomiting…

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Marlena Fejzo, PhD, working in the lab

The cause of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) has been found, and it’s not hCG!

A new study published in Nature reveals abnormally high levels of the hormone GDF15, and increased sensitivity to it, are the major factors contributing to HG. The most severe form…

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Chelsey’s HG Reality

The HER Foundation has helped me by being a voice for me. If it wasn’t for HER, I would not be able to cope with this difficult pregnancy.

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